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Lemon Shrimp Orzo

A delightful dish that brings the freshness of citrus and the ocean right to your plate. It's simple to prepare and perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 360
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon, zest and juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Add more for extra heat.
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat a large pot of salted water to boil for the orzo.
  2. In a separate large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Cook orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  4. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  5. Sauté shrimp in olive oil for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
Cooking
  1. In the same skillet, add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Add cooked orzo, lemon zest, and juice. Stir to combine and heat through for 1–2 minutes.
  3. Add cooked shrimp back to the skillet and toss everything together.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For a complete meal, serve with a light salad or sautéed vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days, or freeze for up to three months.